Syracuse, N.Y. – Sept. 23, 2025 — Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital infrastructure, today announced the release of its Kitchen Countertop Outlet, delivering a sleek, safe, and code-compliant power solution for modern kitchen islands and peninsulas. Developed in response to 2023 NEC Section 210.52(C)(3) updates, which prohibit outlets on the sides of kitchen islands, this innovative device brings power directly to the surface without compromising design or install efficiency.
Engineered for fast installs, everyday durability, and seamless aesthetics, the Kitchen Countertop Outlet features the smallest surface-mounted profile on the market. It takes up 40% less space than traditional pop-up models and includes a simplified connection system with UL 498 certification for safety and performance. It delivers high-performance power access for residential and hospitality spaces, and is ideal for contractors, builders, electricians, and designers navigating evolving code standards.
“Our goal was to solve for safety and compliance while making it easier and faster for the trades to deliver beautiful, functional kitchen countertops,” said Racheal Rich, Product Manager, Legrand. “This product eliminates the need for bulky pop-ups or workarounds, and gives pros a truly install-friendly solution they can count on to pass inspection and wow homeowners.”
Key Features and Benefits:
- NEC 2023 Code-Compliant – Meets new requirements for power on kitchen islands and peninsulas
- UL 498 Rated – Passes UL half-gallon spill test and is tested to 2000V dielectric strength
- Simple Installation – 90-degree snap-in connector and hand-turn nut allow for fast installs above and below counter; a first-of-its-kind
- Durable and Easy to Clean – Surface-mount design resists corrosion and integrates cleanly with countertops
- Tamper-Resistant – Built-in shutters protect against object insertion, ideal for family-safe kitchens
- Minimalist Profile – Smallest diameter and depth on the market, reduces visual and physical impact and creates more usable space under the counter
- Design-Minded Finishes – Device comes in matte black or white; cast-metal lids available in black, white, stainless steel, and champagne bronze
Designed for Pros, Built for Everyday Use
Unlike pop-up models that can obstruct workspace or have pop-up related failures over time, Legrand’s Kitchen Countertop Outlet is built for longevity, aesthetic flexibility, and jobsite simplicity. Designed to be installed with or without a lid, it’s perfect for new builds, renovations, and retrofits in single-family homes, multi-dwelling units (MDUs), hospitality spaces (bars, cafés, hotel lounges), and commercial settings like office break areas or waiting rooms.
“Contractors want code-compliant solutions that won’t slow them down. Designers want sleek options that complement modern kitchens,” added Rich. “This outlet delivers both and it’s backed by Legrand’s 130-year legacy of reliability, innovation, and industry leadership.”
More information about the Legrand Kitchen Countertop Outlet is available at www.legrand.us/pass-and-seymour/countertop-outlet.
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